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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 06:30 PM
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Question advice on shocks wanted
Seeking advice on what type of shocks to get for my stock '08 sportster 1200 custom. I want a smoother ride without changing the height of the bike.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 06:42 PM
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I bought a set of Progressive 430's at stock length 11" awesome ride !!!
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 06:57 PM
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Stock length is 11.5", so that will work (somewhat). You'll be much happier with 12.5" shocks on a 1" lowering kit. According to Progressive, their shocks really aren't much better than stock until you get to 12.5" in length or more.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 07:09 PM
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i have 12.5 inch works performance... i can adjust them with just my hands- when i am alone i run one setting and when two up another-- and btw,
same bike as yours!

this is what mine looks like

http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php...age&img=754955

load the pic then click on it and it will open up so you can see my shocks...
 
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I just installed the Street Glide air shocks on my 2010 1200 Custom. Previous threads I have read here is that others have used the Road King shocks. I got the Street Glide shocks because I found them on eBay for a good price. They are actually made by Arnott. Any of the air shocks give you the full range of adjusting air pressure for different conditions. All the options depend on how much you want to spend.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 08:31 PM
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Stock lentgh (11.5) Progressive 412"s no my 09 1200 Low were a night and day difference, Progresive fork springs also made the ride so much better IMHO.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 09:38 PM
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+1 on the road king air shocks. Same height as stock, 11.5" and a much better ride.
 
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Originally Posted by HDCruzin
I just installed the Street Glide air shocks on my 2010 1200 Custom. Previous threads I have read here is that others have used the Road King shocks. I got the Street Glide shocks because I found them on eBay for a good price. They are actually made by Arnott. Any of the air shocks give you the full range of adjusting air pressure for different conditions. All the options depend on how much you want to spend.
+1, I run Ultra shocks.

HDCruzin.....take note that the air pressure used only effects the rebound. The preload never changes.
 
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I also have the Works Performance Billet Trackers. Excellent ride and adjustable.

www.worksperformance.com

 
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I have the exact same bike 08 Sportser 1200 custom. That's going to be my next project. I'm going to put air shocks on them.
 
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